Nitrofurantoin Prescribing at NORTHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
852
Total Quantity
9,270
NHS Cost
£5.9K
vs National Avg
+78.6%
NORTHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 852 items of Nitrofurantoin over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,906 to the NHS. This is 78.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Nitrofurantoin is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 852 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,270 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,906 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +78.6% |
Nitrofurantoin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 852 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 477 items |
| Difference | +78.6% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.